Job Posting Title:

Lighting - Jedi Academy (Open to Canadian Citizens & PR only)

Req ID:

10113230

Job Description:

This role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work 2-3 days onsite at a Company designated location and occasionally from home.

Position Summary

Are you looking to get in the door of the exciting world of VFX? ILM’s Jedi Academy may be just the thing for you!

The Jedi Academy provides the opportunity for recently graduated students or industry artists with up to two years experience to train under our Jedi Masters.

In this paid experience, as the successful applicant, you will be carefully placed into the Lighting department and will hone your skills in lighting for live-action VFX and feature animation projects. You will gain experience through training and mentorship, in a fast-paced and highly collaborative production environment.

To top it off, graduates who successfully complete the program may be offered a Junior Artist position within the studio.

ILM strives to be an inclusive environment, and we embrace promising individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. We are searching for Jedi’s who reflect the innovative spirit, creative talent, collaborative mindset and passion for great filmmaking that defines ILM.

Applications will close on Sunday, March 2nd, 2025.

What You Need to Know

The Jedi Academy role is a paid 8-week placement beginning April 21st, 2025

This role is considered Hybrid, which means you will work onsite at our Vancouver studio and occasionally from home

You will be required to work full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm

We do not provide assistance for relocation, housing, transportation, or work authorization for the Jedi Academy

You must be a Canadian Citizen or hold Canadian Permanent Resident status

You will have graduated from a relevant course within the last 12 months or have up to two years of VFX experience

What You’ll Do

HDRI stitching, processing and light map extraction

Light rig creation and publishing

Matching CG elements into live action plates with references

Basic render optimization and management

Working in Katana and Nuke to light, slapcomp, and present your shots for creative feedback

Publishing your work for handoff to other departments

Strengthen professional habits, including best practices for presenting work in dailies, working as a team, and communicating effectively

Gain knowledge and appreciation of ILM’s culture and history

What We’re Looking For

A passionate, driven and talented artist that works well with others and remains humble but assertive

A good balance of technical and creative abilities

Excellent communication, eager to learn and dedicated to achieving the highest possible standards of work

As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required.

The pay rate for this role in Vancouver is C$25.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

ILM Vancouver

Job Posting Primary Business:

ILM Vancouver

Primary Job Posting Category:

Lighting Entertainment - Studios, Other

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-02-07